Then You'll Know

by Patsy Cline

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Lyrics

Written by Bobby Lile

(As released by Patsy Cline November 18, 1957)

You don't know the meaning

Of the words "I love you so"

But when you've found your one love

Then - you'll know

You don't know the heartache

Or the laughter you'll forego

Until you've lost that one love

Then - you'll know

Now you pretend to care for me

But, honey, if you do

Why don't you give the kind of kiss

I always give to you

So, I've just made my mind up

Even tho' my tears will flow

Go on and find a new love

Then - you'll know

(Repeat last two verses)

Then - you'll know

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